Maximal power

139 >
115 hp

The horsepower is a parameter that majority of us pay the biggest attention to. In this comparison, it is the Kia Sorento I which has by 24 horsepower more than the Nissan Qashqai II 1.2 DIG-T 115HP manual, which makes this vehicle slightly quicker. Having more horsepower the Kia Sorento I will also provide somewhat better flexiblility in specific gears.

Maximal torque

197 >
190 Nm

The Kia Sorento I 2.4 i 16V 139HP manual 4x4 has 7 newton meters more torque when compared to the Nissan. Even though a great deal of drivers do not take into consideration the maximum torque when buying a car, it shows the best how fast a car is speeding up. In this case the difference is quite small so the difference will not be much noticeable.

Trunk capacity

889 >
438 l

The boot of the Kia Sorento I is 451 l larger in comparison to the Nissan Qashqai II 1.2 DIG-T 115HP manual. It is perceptible difference therefore in this category the Kia Sorento I will be a way more useful. The larger the boot, the more luggage you can take.

Width

1,856 >
1,800 mm

The width of the car influences directly on passanger's inner room as well as stability of driving. The Kia is 3 % wider than the Nissan Qashqai II 1.2 DIG-T 115HP manual. It is often clearly felt by those sitting in front, who have more room for their elbows.

Wheelbase

2,713 >
2,644 mm

Kia Sorento I has 3 percent longer wheelbase in relation to the Nissan Qashqai II. A longer wheelbase gives more stable and comfortable ride, especially at higher speeds. It also gives more storage space. But, vehicles with a longer wheelbase are not as maneuverable as those with a shorter wheelbase.

Engine capacity

2,350 >
1,198 cc

The engine capacity of the Kia Sorento I is by 96 % greater than the Nissan. In a consequence the Nissan will consume less fuel, but, the engine of the Kia Sorento I will be of better performance, working more smoothly and more durable.

Maximum load capacity

Length

4,569 >
4,380 mm

The Kia Sorento I is 189 millimeters longer when compared to the Nissan Qashqai II 1.2 DIG-T 115HP manual. Long vehicles have more interior space and also provide bigger trunk. Although the Kia seems to be better choice for families or those who appreciate convenient driving that make them feel fresh and relaxed upon arriving, the Nissan Qashqai II may be more appropriate to women as it will not make problems with parking and will be easier for turning in narrow streets.

Rear track

Height

1,730 >
1,590 mm

If you are a tall man or you happen to carry in the trunk thinks of big size, the Kia Sorento I 2.4 i 16V 139HP manual 4x4, which is by 140 mm higher than the Nissan, would be appropriate option for you. However, presented cars do not vary much it the aspect of its height and it should not be much observable.

Average consumption

5.6 >
11.1 l

The fuel economy is distinctly to Nissan Qashqai II's advantage. This automobile consumes 50 percent less gasoline in the combined cycle than the Kia Sorento I. Note that average fuel consumption in the combined cycle for the compact SUV segment, in which the Nissan Qashqai II is classified, equals to 7.5 l while the Nissan needs by 25 % less amount of fuel than the average.

Urban consumption

6.9 >
14.8 l

The Nissan Qashqai II 1.2 DIG-T 115HP manual burns up 53 percent less fuel in the city than the Kia Sorento I 2.4 i 16V 139HP manual 4x4. The difference at the level of 53 percent will be very big in using vehicle. Additionally, during long period of time it may give huge savings. Also note that estimated results of the average fuel efficiency can be considerably raised if you ride swiftly. The difference in fuel consumption of the vehicles selected by you is so colossal that you should consider to choose cars with engines of similar power and similar dimensions. Only then will the comparision have a sense.

Acceleration 0-100 km/h

11.3 >
13.4 s

A little difference amounts to 2.1 s indicates that the Kia Sorento I 2.4 i 16V 139HP manual 4x4 is somewhat beaten in this confrontation. In the „compact SUV” segment, to which the Kia Sorento I is assigned, the average acceleration amounts to 10.9 s and is by 2.5 s faster than acceleration of Kia’s vehicle.

Top speed

183 >
168 km/h

The top speed of the Nissan Qashqai II is greater in comparison to this of the Kia Sorento I 2.4 i 16V 139HP manual 4x4 which allows to drive the same distance on the highway in shorter period of time. The difference that amounts to 9 percent is little and is not realy noticable in everyday driving.

Maximal torque RPM

2,005 >
2,495 revolutions/minute

A greater range and a lower value of rotations at which the highest torque is delivered affects an engine’s dynamism and flexibility. Still, to have a full perspective on a car’s engine performance, it is always good to check a torque performance graph.

Extra-urban consumption

Range

Urban range

Extra-urban range

Number of gears

6 >
5 gears

The Nissan Qashqai II 1.2 DIG-T 115HP manual has only one additional
gear compared to the
Kia. Sometimes this
extra speed is used as an overdrive so that the previous
speeds can be shorter to
give increased acceleration in the
lower gears. One more gear as well helps
to decrease
fuel consumption and CO2 output.